Hardy Amies

by Michael Pick

Hardy Amies epitomized understated British couture, emphasizing the cut of fine materials by tailored construction. Untrained in dress-making, he achieved headlines in Vogue in 1937 with his 'Panic' suit, a reconstructed design of a staple in every woman's wardrobe, wittily named to reflect current events. Evoking the glamour of pre-war London while meeting the demands of contemporary society's activities - town to country, morning to night - Amies...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1851496750
• ISBN13: 9781851496754
• Release Date: December 2012
• Publisher: Acc Art Books
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 4.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 9.5" x 12.0"